What is the Mean Deviation Calculator?

The Mean Deviation Calculator measures the dispersion of a dataset by calculating how much each value deviates from the mean. Unlike standard deviation, which squares deviations, mean deviation uses absolute differences, making it easier to interpret and less influenced by extreme values. The calculator first computes the mean of the entered values, then finds the absolute deviation of each value from this mean. It sums all deviations and divides by the total number of values to obtain the mean deviation. Additionally, a detailed table is provided showing each value, its absolute deviation, and the total sum of deviations, allowing users to follow the calculation step by step.

How to Use:

1. Enter Values: Input numeric values separated by commas (e.g., 10, 12, 15, 18, 20).
2. Click “Calculate”: The calculator determines the mean, absolute deviations, and the mean deviation.
3. View Table: The step-by-step table shows each value, its deviation from the mean, and the cumulative sum, providing a clear visualization of the computation.